The Industrial Technology Research Institute in Taiwan has announced its development of Reddex, the first non-toxic fire resistant composite material technology to simultaneously offer ignition resistance and fire protection in one system, effectively reducing the risks associated with structural fires. Reddex may be prepared as a paint, paste or foam, [...]
Unlike commonly known inorganic-effect pigment technologies such as interference and metallics, Helicone HC is based on a purely organic polymer. It is made from customized fine chemicals that are then transferred into a liquid-crystal polymer film, and subsequently milled into an effect pigment flake. Helicone HC effect pigments are transparent [...]
The leaves of the lotus plant are immaculately clean after every rainfall because dirt and microorganisms are unable to obtain a hold on the microstructured, non-wettable surfaces of the leaves. Dirt particles, algae, and fungal spores do not become firmly attached to the leaves, merely lying loosely on the surfaces. [...]
UV/FX Scenic Productions has developed a process for intermixing fluorescent paints to achieve a wide spectrum of colors when exposed to ultraviolet light. UV/FX designs and paints day-to-night scenery, single image scenery, dual image scenery, complete invisible scenery, and 3D scenery for theatrical sets and art installations on most surfaces. [...]
James Robinson is a world leader in the development of innovative photochromic dyes. Reversacol is a special dye that reversibly changes color upon exposure to ultraviolet sources, such as sunlight. Reversacol photochromic dyes are offered in twenty vibrant colors. There is also a range of unique single-molecule photochromic grays, which [...]
Moss and Lam is a custom art studio based in Toronto. The firm specializes in the design, development, and installation of custom art for high-profile commercial projects. Moss and Lam uses mixed media to create custom installations offering a particular interest and expertise working in plaster, fabric, leather, glass, paint, and paper. Moss [...]
Founded in 1993, Chromatic Technologies, Inc. is a privately held corporation that creates offset, flexographic, and screen inks which change color with heat and cold (thermochromic) or sunlight and darkness (photochromic). CTI was the first to develop a thermochromic offset ink and holds several U.S. and Canadian patents for this [...]
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., has developed the world’s first clear paint that repairs scratches on painted car surfaces, including scratches from car-washing machines, off-road driving and fingernails. Scratch Shield contains a newly developed high elastic resin that helps prevent scratches from affecting the inner layers of a car’s painted surface. [...]
British scientists have invented the darkest material on Earth. The super-black coating was developed by researchers at the National Physical Laboratory in London. It could revolutionize optical instruments because it reflects 10 to 20 times less light than the black paint currently used to reduce unwanted reflections. The key to [...]
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